The Hershey Company (HSY)

NYSE: HSY · Real-Time Price · USD
160.69
-0.63 (-0.39%)
At close: May 30, 2025, 4:00 PM
160.00
-0.69 (-0.43%)
After-hours: May 30, 2025, 7:24 PM EDT
-0.39%
Market Cap 32.56B
Revenue (ttm) 10.75B
Net Income (ttm) 1.65B
Shares Out 202.60M
EPS (ttm) 8.12
PE Ratio 19.79
Forward PE 27.62
Dividend $5.48 (3.41%)
Ex-Dividend Date May 16, 2025
Volume 2,073,013
Open 160.80
Previous Close 161.32
Day's Range 159.83 - 161.99
52-Week Range 140.13 - 208.03
Beta 0.31
Analysts Hold
Price Target 164.05 (+2.09%)
Earnings Date May 1, 2025

About HSY

The Hershey Company, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of confectionery products and pantry items in the United States and internationally. The company operates through three segments: North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks, and International. It offers chocolate and non-chocolate confectionery products; gum and mint refreshment products, including mints, chewing gums, and bubble gums; protein bars; pantry items, such as baking ingredients, toppings, beverages, and sundae syrups; and snack item... [Read more]

Industry Confectioners
Founded 1894
Country United States
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol HSY
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2024, Hershey's revenue was $11.20 billion, an increase of 0.33% compared to the previous year's $11.16 billion. Earnings were $2.22 billion, an increase of 19.31%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Forecast

According to 20 analysts, the average rating for HSY stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price forecast is $164.05, which is an increase of 2.09% from the latest price.

Price Target
$164.05
(2.09% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Hold
Stock Forecasts

News

Alan Ruck, Richard Kind, David Costabile, and Heléne Yorke Join Cast of HERSHEY as Principal Photography Continues Across Pennsylvania

Finn Wittrock and Alexandra Daddario to Star as Milton and Catherine Hershey in a Dandelion Media Production, in Collaboration with Hershey Entities HERSHEY, Pa. , May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Dandeli...

2 days ago - PRNewsWire

Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts Spotlight On 3 Defensive Stocks Delivering High-Dividend Yields

During times of turbulence and uncertainty in the markets, many investors turn to dividend-yielding stocks. These are often companies that have high free cash flows and reward shareholders with a high...

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11 days ago - Benzinga

Hershey: Tasty Recession Hedge At A Reasonable Price

Hershey shares have pulled back to attractive levels due to cocoa price spikes, tariffs, and higher interest rates, creating a solid entry point for long-term investors. Cocoa price volatility is a ma...

16 days ago - Seeking Alpha

HERSHEY'S Milk Chocolate with Caramel Bar Brings the Ooey, Gooey Drip to Summer

Elevating your s'more game with more melt, more drip, more WOW HERSHEY, Pa. , May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for summer, there's a new treat in town: HERSHEY'S Milk Chocolate with Caramel b...

17 days ago - PRNewsWire

Hershey: Tariffs Add A New Dimension Of Risk (Rating Downgrade)

Hershey's margins are under sustained pressure, with volume declines, elevated cocoa prices, and new tariffs creating a challenging environment for profitability. Despite strong brands and management,...

22 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Top 50 High-Quality Dividend Stocks For May 2025

I track 50 high-quality dividend growth stocks to identify opportune investments, updating valuation ratings daily to focus on attractive opportunities. Despite a market sell-off, my investable univer...

27 days ago - Seeking Alpha

The Hershey Company (HSY) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

The Hershey Company (NYSE:HSY) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call May 1, 2025 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Anoori Naughton - Senior Director, Investor Relations Michele Buck - Chairman and Chief Exe...

4 weeks ago - Seeking Alpha

Hershey using ‘every lever in the toolbox' to reduce impact of cocoa tariff

Chocolate giant says “unmitigated” impact of tariffs may cost up to $100 million per quarter.

4 weeks ago - Market Watch

Hershey Q1 results beat expectations despite sales dip, salty snacks drive growth

Hershey reported a less severe decline in sales than anticipated for the first quarter, alongside exceeding profit expectations, according to a Thursday announcement.  The company's resilient performa...

4 weeks ago - Invezz

Hershey posts robust quarterly results on North America snacks demand

Hershey posted a smaller-than-expected drop in sales for the first quarter and beat profit estimates on Thursday, helped by steady demand for its salty snacks business in North America.

4 weeks ago - Reuters

Hershey Expects Tariffs to Cost Up to $20 Million in 2Q

Hershey first-quarter earnings fell and the company expects to take a hit from tariffs of up to $20 million this quarter.

4 weeks ago - WSJ

Hershey Declares Quarterly Dividends

HERSHEY, Pa. , May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced quarterly dividends of $1.370 on the Common Stock and $1.245 on the Class B Common ...

4 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Hershey Reports First-Quarter 2025 Financial Results

HERSHEY, Pa. , May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced net sales and earnings for the first quarter ended March 30, 2025.

4 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Proposed SNAP cuts could pressure low-income shoppers — and retailers that serve them

Funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, which covers some grocery costs for low-income Americans, could be slashed by as much as $230 billion over the next 10 years. At the same tim...

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6 weeks ago - CNBC

The Hershey Company: Sweet Change In Bitter Times

Hershey's stock has dropped 40% due to tripled cocoa prices, but this may present a buying opportunity if cocoa prices stabilize. Cocoa prices surged due to supply issues in the Ivory Coast and Ghana,...

6 weeks ago - Seeking Alpha

Hershey and Dandelion Media to Unwrap Founder's Story in Upcoming Major Motion Picture HERSHEY, Set for 2026 Release

Finn Wittrock and Alexandra Daddario as Milton and Catherine Hershey Principal Photography Begins May 2025 Across Pennsylvania HERSHEY, Pa. , April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- HERSHEY, a major motion pict...

7 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Reese's Brand Did It Again - Meet Your New Favorite Snack, Reese's Filled Pretzels

We took pretzels, packed them with Reese's peanut butter filling, and changed the snack aisle forever  HERSHEY, Pa. , April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- You may want to sit down for this.

7 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

KIT KAT® Brand is Here to Protect Your Break in New Ad Campaign

KIT KAT's® new break protectors, the Break Brothers will hit the big screen April 7th during the NCAA Men's Championship Game HERSHEY, Pa. , April 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Let's face it—breaks are disa...

2 months ago - PRNewsWire

Hershey Strikes $750 Million Deal for Popcorn Brand

LesserEvil had recently tapped bankers to pursue a sale of its business, which makes a range of snacks using what it says are better-for-you ingredients.

2 months ago - WSJ

Hershey Strikes $750 Million Deal for LesserEvil Popcorn Brand

The deal value could grow over time if LesserEvil, a snack maker, hits certain milestones in its performance.

2 months ago - WSJ

The Hershey Company Announces Intent to Acquire LesserEvil

HERSHEY, Pa. , April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire LesserEvil, maker of organic, delectable snacks that ...

2 months ago - PRNewsWire

Hershey to Webcast First-Quarter Conference Call

HERSHEY, Pa. , April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) announced today that it will release its first-quarter sales and earnings results on Thursday, May 1, 2025, and hold a confe...

2 months ago - PRNewsWire

Reese's Brand Pranked Fans on April Fool's--Now They're Revealing the Real Treat: PB&J Big Cups

Fans thought we were getting into the sandwich business, but the real joke? Missing out on the new Reese's PB&J Big Cups HERSHEY, Pa.

2 months ago - PRNewsWire

The Collab You Didn't Know You Needed: New HERSHEY'S KISSES Cinnamon Toast Crunch™ Flavored Candies Hit Shelves Nationwide

Taste the hype and stock up while you can, these delicious bites won't be around forever! HERSHEY, Pa.

2 months ago - PRNewsWire

Ready, Set, Egg! Reese's and Cadbury Partner with Jasmine Roth to Kick Off a Fun New Easter Tradition

Get inspired by the DIY guru's "egging" ideas and start your own chocolate-fueled ritual! HERSHEY, Pa.

2 months ago - PRNewsWire